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Guy Huynh-Ba, D.D.S.

Dr. Huynh-Ba received his D.D.S. in 1999 at the University of Geneva, Switzerland. He then worked for three years in private dental practices while also a part-time clinical faculty in the department of Oral Surgery at the University of Geneva. He completed his residency in Periodontics in 2005 at the University of Bern, Switzerland.

His academic career began in 2006 at the University of Connecticut Health Center. At that time he was involved in didactic teaching of dental and dental hygiene students, as well as residents in Periodontics. In 2007, Dr. Huynh-Ba received his Swiss and European board certifications in Periodontics and became a full-time faculty in the Department of Periodontics and Fixed Prosthodontics at the University of Bern. He was involved in the clinical and didactic teaching of dental students and residents in Periodontics. He was the co-course director for the 4th year predoctoral prosthodontics program and in September 2008, he assumed the course directorship. He received his Masters degree in Periodontics in 2008.

In June 2009, he joined the department of Periodontics at UT Health San Antonio. Dr. Huynh-Ba has increasingly become involved with the teaching of predoctoral and postdoctoral students in Periodontics. As of January 2011, Dr. Huynh-Ba has been a course director for the Junior (DS III) Implantology Course and teaches in four other predoctoral courses. At the postdoctoral level Dr. Huynh-Ba is involved in 13 courses (didactic and clinical). He is mentoring two master of science degree candidates and is on the Masters Thesis Supervising Committee of another six postgraduate students. Dr. Huynh-Ba received the 2011 American Academy of Periodontology Outstanding Teaching and Mentoring Award.

Dr. Huynh-Ba actively participates in preclinical and clinical research in the Department of Periodontics and his areas of interest include dental implantology and bone regeneration. Dr. Huynh-Ba maintains an active part-time private practice limited to periodontology and implantology.

Education

University of Bern, Switzerland - School of Dental Medicine
Bern , Switzerland

2005

Residency

Periodontics and Fixed Prosthodontics

University of Bern, School of Dental Medicine
Bern , Switzerland

2000

DPL

Stomatology

University of Geneva, Switzerland - School of Dental Medicine
Geneva , Switzerland

1999

DDS

General Dentistry

University of Geneva, Switzerland - School of Dental Medicine
Geneva , Switzerland

Appointments

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9/2012 - Present

Associate Professor / Clinical

University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, Periodontics, San Antonio, TX

Expertise

Composite IL-1 Genotype -
A specific genotype characterized by the presence of allele 2 in the polymorphic gene clusters IL-1A (-889) and IL-1B (+13953) has been associated with severe chronic periodontitis in a non-smoking population of Caucasian Northern European heritage.

Straumann Dental Implant System -
Straumann is a leading provider of solutions in implant dentistry and dental tissue regeneration.
Straumann USA, LLC, located in Andover, MA, is the US subsidiary of Straumann Holding, headquartered in Basel, Switzerland and is the second largest dental implant company in the world.

Timing in implant dentistry -
Dr. Huynh-Ba has acquired expertise in timing of implant placement through his educational Swiss background and through the development of clinic research projects related to timing in implant dentistry and it associated clinical outcomes.

Dr. Huynh-Ba has been invited to lecture on Peri-Implantitis in this Dental Implant Core Course since AY 2013-2014.

3/2011 - Present

Current Lit Seminar

The University of Texas Health Science Center

12 students

This course takes place in conjunction with the Peri5073 Literature Seminars (Classic Literature). Before the Classic Literature review, current periodontal literature published during the academic year is discussed in a seminar format. Generally, an hour is devoted to the current literature and 3 hours are devoted to the classic literature review (Peri 5073 and Peri 6073). Dr. Huynh-Ba with other Faculty (1 to 3) contributes by commenting on the evidence and discussing the different topics selected by the course Director (Dr Brian Mealey)and led by one other Faculty in Periodontics. Dr. Huynh-Ba`s participation is expected at 10 sessions per year (out of 35). Starting from the AY 2012-2013 Dr Huynh-Ba is scheduled to lead three or four literature seminars each term.

3/2011 - Present

Literature Seminars

The University of Texas Health Science Center

12 students

Student Contact Hrs: 3h/week, 10 weeks/year; This course is designed to familiarize the student with the historical
and contemporary literature related to periodontics. The
first-year course is concerned mainly with basic science literature
while second- and third-year courses concentrate on the
clinical literature. Students have the opportunity to evaluate the
data in the literature, critique experimental design, abstract articles,
critically evaluate research findings, and learn to use library
resources.
Dr. Huynh-Ba with other Faculty (1 to 3) contributes by commenting on the evidence and discussing the different topics. Dr. Huynh-Ba's participation in this course is expected at about 10 sessions per year (out of 35).
Starting from the AY 2012-2013 Dr Huynh-Ba is scheduled to lead three or four literature seminars each term.

3/2011 - Present

Current Lit Seminar

The University of Texas Health Science Center

12 students

This course takes place in conjunction with the Peri5073 Literature Seminars (Classic Literature). Before the Classic Literature review, current periodontal literature published during the academic year is discussed in a seminar format. Generally, an hour is devoted to the current literature and 3 hours are devoted to the classic literature review (Peri 5073 and Peri 6073). Dr. Huynh-Ba with other Faculty (1 to 3) contributes by commenting on the evidence and discussing the different topics selected by the course Director (Dr Brian Mealey)and led by one other Faculty in Periodontics. Dr. Huynh-Ba`s participation is expected at 10 sessions per year (out of 35). Starting from the AY 2012-2013 Dr Huynh-Ba is scheduled to lead three or four literature seminars each term.

3/2011 - Present

Literature Seminars

The University of Texas Health Science Center

12 students

Student Contact Hrs: 3h/week, 10 weeks/year; This course is designed to familiarize the student with the historical
and contemporary literature related to periodontics. The
first-year course is concerned mainly with basic science literature
while second- and third-year courses concentrate on the
clinical literature. Students have the opportunity to evaluate the
data in the literature, critique experimental design, abstract articles,
critically evaluate research findings, and learn to use library
resources.
Dr. Huynh-Ba with other Faculty (1 to 3) contributes by commenting on the evidence and discussing the different topics. Dr. Huynh-Ba`s participation in this course is expected at about 10 sessions per year (out of 35).
Starting from the AY 2012-2013 Dr Huynh-Ba is scheduled to lead three or four literature seminars each term.

11/2010 - Present

Peri Lecture Series

The University of Texas Health Science Center

4 students

This course is designed to instruct the student in all aspects of
periodontology. It is meant to be an adjunct to the PERI 6073
Literature Seminar. Topics dealing with basic science, pathobiology,
and clinical and surgical aspects of periodontal disease
will be discussed.
Dr. Huynh-Ba gave a 3-hour lecture in this course on: risk assessment in oral implantology, outcomes of implant therapy and the rationale to keep teeth in the era of oral implantology. Since AY 2012-2013 he is scheduled to give two 2-to-3-hour seminar on different topics including: Junctional Epithelium, Periodontal Ligament, Bone and Bone grafts in Periodontology
Note: PERI 5031,6030 and 6031 are part of one and same course but since it is taught to the 1st, 2nd and 3rd year residents (4 students per class) it has 3 course numbers.

11/2010 - Present

Perio Lecture Series

The University of Texas Health Science Center

4 students

This course is designed to instruct the student in all aspects of
periodontology. It is meant to be an adjunct to the PERI 6073 Literature Seminar. Topics dealing with basic science, pathobiology, and clinical and surgical aspects of periodontal disease
will be discussed.
Dr. Huynh-Ba gave a 3-hour lecture in this course on: risk assessment in oral implantology, outcomes of implant therapy and the rationale to keep teeth in the era of oral implantology in AY 2010-2011. Since AY 2012-2013 he is scheduled to give two 2-to-3-hour seminar on different topics including: Junctional Epithelium, Periodontal Ligament, Bone and Bone grafts in Periodontology
Note: PERI 5031,6030 and 6031 are part of one and same course but since it is taught to the 1st, 2nd and 3rd year residents (4 students per class) it has 3 course numbers.

11/2010 - Present

Peri Lecture Series

The University of Texas Health Science Center

4 students

This course is designed to instruct the student in all aspects of
periodontology. It is meant to be an adjunct to the PERI 6073
Literature Seminar. Topics dealing with basic science, pathobiology,
and clinical and surgical aspects of periodontal disease
will be discussed.
Dr. Huynh-Ba gave a 3-hour lecture in this course on: risk assessment in oral implantology, outcomes of implant therapy and the rationale to keep teeth in the era of oral implantology. Since AY 2012-2013 has been given two 2-to-3-hour seminar on different topics including: Junctional Epithelium, Periodontal Ligament, Bone and Bone grafts in Periodontology
Since AY 2013-2014, another 2-3 hour lecture has been given by Dr. Huynh-Ba on Non-surgical therapy.
Note: PERI 5031,6030 and 6031 are part of one and same course but since it is taught to the 1st, 2nd and 3rd year residents (4 students per class) it has 3 course numbers.

As a course director, Dr Huynh-Ba organized the schedule of the lectures. The topics he presented included: Risk factors in oral implantology. Pre-surgical evaluation and treatment planning. Surgical implant placement. Customized abutments and CAD-CAM technology. Ridge preservation. Immediate Implants.
He also prepared the final examination for the PERI 7059 course.
Dr. Huynh-Ba has taught this 16-hour course once a year since September 2010.

8/2010 - Present

Straumann Dental Implant system - Surgical part

12 students

Dr Huynh-Ba organized and presented this lecture to Periodontics residents. This lecture introduced the surgical aspects of the Straumann Dental Implant System to the residents in Periodontics. The format of this course included a lecture and hands-on training.
This course has been taught once a year since August 2010.

8/2010 - Present

Straumann Dental Implant System - Prosthetic part

12 students

Dr Huynh-Ba organized and presented this lecture to Periodontics residents. This lecture introduced the prosthetic aspects of the Straumann Dental Implant System to the residents in Periodontics. The format of this course included a lecture and hands-on training.
This course has been taught once a year since August 2010.

7/2010 - Present

Supervised Teaching

The University of Texas Health Science Center

3 students

Graduate students are assigned to the various clinics, laboratories,
and classes for the opportunity to acquire experience in
teaching undergraduate students in a variety of situations. Supervision
and evaluation of teaching performance are provided
by the graduate faculty, including Dr. Huynh-Ba.

7/2010 - Present

Clinical Periodontics I

The University of Texas Health Science Center

12 students

Student Contact Hrs: 8-12h/week, 45 weeks/year; Clinical supervision in the postdoctoral periodontics clinic for patient care. The amount of total hours listed above also includes the courses Peri 5011 and 5012.
Students have the opportunity to gain clinical experience as
they treat patients in the postdoctoral clinic. Cases gradually
increase in complexity and severity and include treatment of
the medically compromised patient, implant cases, and interdisciplinary
cases.
Dr. Huynh-Ba with one or two other faculty assists the residents with treatment planning, supervises, guides and demonstrates clinical procedures performed in the Periodontics graduate clinic.

2/2010 - Present

Pre-Doctoral Student Supervision

UTHSCSA Dental School

1/2010 - Present

Supervised Teaching

The University of Texas Health Science Center

3 students

Graduate students are assigned to the various clinics, laboratories,
and classes for the opportunity to acquire experience in
teaching undergraduate students in a variety of situations. Supervision
and evaluation of teaching performance are provided
by the graduate faculty, including Dr. Huynh-Ba.

1/2010 - Present

Clinical Perio I

The University of Texas Health Science Center

12 students

Student Contact Hrs: 8-12h/week, 45 weeks/year; Clinical supervision in the postdoctoral periodontics clinic for patient care. The amount of total hours listed above also includes the courses Peri 5010 and 5011.
Students have the opportunity to gain clinical experience as
they treat patients in the postdoctoral clinic. Cases gradually
increase in complexity and severity and include treatment of
the medically compromised patient, implant cases, and interdisciplinary
cases.
Dr. Huynh-Ba with one or two other faculty assists the residents with treatment planning, supervises, guides and demonstrates clinical procedures performed in the Periodontics graduate clinic.

1/2010 - Present

Case Presentation Seminar

The University of Texas Health Science Center

12 students

Student Contact Hrs: 2h/week, 20weeks/year; The course consists of presentation of clinical cases by residents. Students
have the opportunity to prepare to defend their approaches to
therapy and gain experience in oral presentation of cases. Two main faculty are leading these case presentations by challenging the students with questions. Other faculty can still challenge the resident but priority is given to the two leading Faculty. Dr Huynh-Ba has become increasingly involved with this course. He has been present in this course since August 2009 and since August 2011 he is one of the two main faculty for half of the case presentation taking place during one academic year (9 out of 18).

1/2010 - Present

Periodontics I

The University of Texas Health Science Center

100 students

Student Contact Hrs: 4h/week, 8 weeks/year; Freshman Periodontics is the first in a series of required
courses designed to provide the opportunity for the student to
learn the knowledge, skills, and values to manage patients with
periodontal diseases. Students will have the opportunity to
learn foundation information related to periodontal diseases
and acquire fundamental periodontal clinical skills used in evaluating
the periodontal status of patients and for performing
some types of periodontal therapy. This course includes classroom
discussion as well as preclinical exercises. Topics covered
include features of the healthy and the diseased
periodontium, the diagnosis of all periodontal diseases, the etiology
of periodontal diseases, and clinical decision making. Dr. Huynh-Ba assisted the course director (Dr. Archie Jones) in guiding and demonstrating the procedures performed in the preclinical setting, i.e. on mannequin head.

9/2009 - Present

Supervised Teaching

The University of Texas Health Science Center

3 students

Graduate students are assigned to the various clinics, laboratories,
and classes for the opportunity to acquire experience in
teaching undergraduate students in a variety of situations. Supervision
and evaluation of teaching performance are provided
by the graduate faculty, including Dr. Huynh-Ba.

9/2009 - Present

Clinical Periodontics I

The University of Texas Health Science Center

12 students

Student Contact Hrs: 8-12h/week, 45 weeks/year; Clinical supervision in the postdoctoral periodontics clinic for patient care. The amount of total hours listed above also includes the courses Peri 5010 and 5012.
Students have the opportunity to gain clinical experience as
they treat patients in the postdoctoral clinic. Cases gradually
increase in complexity and severity and include treatment of
the medically compromised patient, implant cases, and interdisciplinary
cases.
Dr. Huynh-Ba with one or two other faculty assist the residents with treatment planning, supervise, guide and demonstrate clinical procedures performed in the Periodontics graduate clinic.

8/2009 - Present

UTHSCSA Predoctoral Clinic

Student Contact Hrs: 8h/week, 40 weeks/year; Consultative service includes being on call for Periodontics and Implantology consultations in any of the patient care clinics in the Dental School. Typically this is related to pre-doctoral students and their assigned patient families. During these consultations, opportunity for teaching fundamental and basic aspects of Periodontology (including, diagnosis, prognosis and treatment plan) on a one to one basis with a predoctoral dental student is given to Dr Huynh-Ba.

8/2009 - Present

Case Presentation Seminar

The University of Texas Health Science Center

12 students

Student Contact Hrs: 2h/week, 20weeks/year; The course consists of presentation of clinical cases by residents. Students
have the opportunity to prepare to defend their approaches to
therapy and gain experience in oral presentation of cases. Two main faculty lead these case presentations by challenging the students with questions. Other faculty can still challenge the resident but priority is given to the two leading Faculty. Dr Huynh-Ba has become increasingly involved with this course. He has been present in this course since August 2009 and since August 2011 he is one of the two main faculty for half of the case presentation taking place during one academic year (9 out of 18).

8/2009 - Present

Nobel Implant System Course

8 students

Periodontics residents are introduced to the Nobel Dental Implant system. The aim of this course is to teach the residents the correct implant positioning and sequence of instruments using different implants types from the Nobel implant system. This 4-hour course includes a lecture and hands-on exercises. The hands-on training is organized with the material support of the local representatives from Nobel Biocare USA, LLC.
This course has been taught once a year since August 2009.

7/2009 - Present

Periodontics

The University of Texas Health Science Center

100 students

This course is an expansion of the foundation presented in
the sophomore year. Surgical treatment planning, rationale,
techniques, and wound healing are emphasized. Periodontal interrelationships
with prosthodontics, endodontics, and orthodontics
are examined in case presentation formats with
student participation.

Student Contact Hrs: 4h/week, 10 to 16 weeks/year (depending on the year); Sophomore Periodontics is the second in a series of required
courses designed to provide the opportunity for the student to
learn the knowledge, skills, and values to manage patients with
periodontal diseases. Students will have the opportunity to
learn how to plan and to perform nonsurgical or initial periodontal
therapy. This course includes classroom discussion as
well as preclinical exercises. Topics covered include mechanical
and pharmacotherapeutic therapies for patients with periodontal
diseases, decision making in planning periodontal
therapy, and how to manage periodontal patients in a general
practice setting. Dr Huynh-Ba is an instructor in this course and has occasionally lead the classroom discussion whenever the course director (Dr. Archie Jones) had a schedule conflict. Dr. Huynh-Ba has been involved in this course as a co-instructor helping, guiding and demonstrating the procedures performed in the preclinical setting, i.e. on mannequin head and in the "real life" clinical setting.

Grants

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Private

Funding Agency

Title

Evaluation of Healing at Molar Extraction Sites with and without Ridge Preservation

Dr. Huynh-Ba developed this project, elaborated the protocol, obtained clearance from the IRB and received funding from the International Team For Implantology (Private Foundation) and material support from Straumann USA, LLC (Corporate Sponsor)

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